If you would like to become a certified lifeguard and are looking for classes, you may contact the American Red Cross, Grant Wood Area Chapter @ 319-393-3500 or visit their website at www.redcross.org. You may also go to the Iowa Parks & Recreation Association Page @ iapra.org and click on Aquatics for a complete list of classes offered around Iowa.
Jill Duckett will be teaching a Lifeguard Certification Class and Re-Certification Class in Independence for those interested. Details will be available on social media once they have been determined. Follow Independence Parks & Recreation or Independence Aquatic Center on Facebook.